Teaching Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant for its new school, set to open in May 2025. This role offers the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of pupils aged 4-16 with complex needs. You will assist in creating a supportive learning environment, preparing materials, and engaging with students both indoors and outdoors. Join a passionate team committed to fostering growth and development in vulnerable young people. Enjoy a rewarding career where your efforts directly contribute to the educational success and emotional wellbeing of those you support.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support

Health checks

Flexible benefits platform

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Enhanced maternity/paternity leave

Fertility treatment support

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils with complex needs.
• Ability to adapt to various classroom roles and environments.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils' emotional and physical needs.
• Prepare learning materials and run classroom activities.
• Guide pupils through their learning journeys.

Skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Communication

Empathy

Education

Relevant Teaching Assistant Qualification

Job description

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At OFG, we work smarter so you can spend more time doing what makes you happy!

Are you an innovative Teaching Assistant committed to improving the lives of pupils and young people?

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant for our New Options School - Riseley Green School in Riseley, Berkshire. The school will have a capacity for 60 pupils aged 4-16 years old and is due to open in May 2025.

Our New Options School will cater for pupils who have ASC and Complex Needs.

• Teaching Assistant
• £20,906.25 per annum
• Monday to Friday
• Permanent, Term Time only

UK Applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

Through your knowledge and passion, you will have a real impact on the lives of pupils and young people.

The opportunity

Enjoy a rewarding education career and have a real impact on pupils' lives. Join an amazing team making our schools and classrooms supportive, enriching places where vulnerable pupils and young people achieve far more than they ever expected.

As a Teaching Assistant, you will connect directly with the pupils and young people we care for, helping to ensure they get the best from their education. Each individual has much potential, and they will rely on you to guide their learning journeys.

You will help prepare learning materials and run classroom activities, gaining hands-on experience and supervision. You will also take responsibility for their emotional and physical needs, supporting their development and engagement with the world.

Supporting pupils with complex SEMH needs is rewarding work, and you will benefit from the support of our experienced teams. As you help our pupils achieve progress, you will enjoy a direct, positive impact on their lives.

Who we are looking for

You should be adaptable and ready to work in various classroom roles, both indoors and outdoors, according to individual needs. Taking a responsive and caring approach, you may be running activities, leading outdoor experiences, or supervising pupils exploring outside.

Our schools are built on teamwork and mutual support. If you enjoy working with a dedicated team, sharing knowledge and experience, please fill in our safeguarding-compliant application form, and a team member will contact you.

Options Autism has provided care and education for over 16 years to pupils, young people, and adults with autism, complex needs, and learning difficulties. We are a leading provider of education for neurodivergent young people and young adults. As part of Outcomes First Group, we are leading in setting and delivering innovative approaches with measurable outcomes.

We are proud to be certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ in 2024 for the fifth consecutive year.

Why join Options Autism?

Your health and wellbeing are important, so you’ll receive an exceptional reward package including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• “Your Wellbeing Matters” – access to mental health support and health checks

Our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, allows you to choose benefits such as:

• Health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and fertility treatment support

We focus on the outcomes for our pupils and vulnerable young adults, ensuring your role makes a positive difference every day.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will undergo social media checks, and successful candidates will require a fully enhanced DBS.

*You’ll work 80% of your contractual hours for 100% of your pay, giving you more time for personal pursuits. 4DWW is subject to probation and is not a contractual benefit.